Both Cavani and Argentine Lavezzi have fallen out with PSG coach Laurent Blanc and believe the Premier League will suit their styles.

The pair had opened the way for discussions with Chelsea by signalling their discontent at life at the Parc des Princes, where they feel they have been overshadowed by the presence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

But with United preparing a potential British record-busting £60millon bid for Luis Suarez's likely World Cup strike partner, the Old Trafford giants have been given a huge boost.

Cavani has told friends that he is ready to take the plunge and join United this summer, even though the identity of David Moyes' successor is still to be confirmed.

One source said: "Edinson believes he will be a perfect fit in England. He knows that United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all interested and would be happy to talk to any of them. But he also knows United seem the most keen and that is a factor."

The 27-year-old is not concerned about the Reds' probable lack of any European football next term, having convinced himself that it is a one-off situation and that a rejuvenated United will be back in the European elite in 12 months' time.

PSG do not want to lose the striker, even though his performances have come under increasing scrutiny in recent weeks - especially following their Champions League exit against Chelsea.

But if Cavani makes it clear he wants to leave, and with UEFA having shown they are going to start getting tougher on Financial Pair Play regulations, the French champions will listen to a significant offer.